The collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991 was the result of a combination of political, economic, social, and international factors. Here are the major reasons:
1. Economic Stagnation Centralized Planning: The Soviet economic model, based on centralized planning and state ownership, proved inefficient and inflexible. This led to chronic shortages, poor quality goods, and lack of innovation. Arms Race: The enormous expenditure on the military and the arms race with the
1. Economic Stagnation
Centralized Planning: The Soviet economic model, based on centralized planning and state ownership, proved inefficient and inflexible. This led to chronic shortages, poor quality goods, and lack of innovation.
Arms Race: The enormous expenditure on the military and the arms race with the